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Balerno Group

We are the Balerno Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Meet: Currie Library Car Park 9.20 to depart 9.30.

This is a B walk of 8.5 miles and 220m ascent.

From Craiglockhart pond, the walk goes by the side of Craighouse to Morningside. It then goes a short distance along Hermitage of Braid then up Braid Hills to the viewpoint of seven hills. Walk past Liberton Tower, down to Blackford Glen Road, back through Hermitage of Braid to the start point.

Some pavement walking but mostly on paths which will be muddy. Gaiters and poles, if you use them, are recommended.

Park in Lockharton Crescent if possible, however this may be busy . Alternatively park in adjoining streets. 

Please WhatsApp or text the leader if you intend to join the walk. Please also advise if you will be meeting at Craiglockhart   Pond.  Also, if you are willing to take passengers from Currie Library Car Park.

Maximum number on the walk 20

We regret that no dogs are allowed on our walks.

Please advise the leader if you have a medical condition relevant to your walking.
Quoted finishing times are rough estimates and should not be relied upon

Passenger donation £1.00
 

Wednesday, 17 January 2024
Meeting time:
9:20 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
220m / 722ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 18136 67785
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NU
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Meeting time:
9:20 am

Currie Library Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 23107 70893
Nearest postcode:
EH14 1AX
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Start time:
10:00 am

Lockharton Crescent by the gate of Craiglockhart Pond

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking